Western Mountaineering Versalite Sleeping Bag: 10 Degree Down

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Western Mountaineering Versalite Sleeping Bag: 10 Degree Down and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 94 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.9 stars 
Expert Rating: 4.3 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 102

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • 10-degree Fahrenheit rating allows a good temperature range.
  • Packs down very small.
  • High quality zipper won’t get jammed.
  • Feels plush and warm.
  • Super lightweight.
  • Not so tight that it feels constrictive.
  • Many reports of keeping the user warm in temperatures below the listed rating of 10 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Warmth-to-weight ratio is optimal.
  • Reports of being in -5 to +40 degrees Fahrenheit comfortably.
  • 850-fill down provides comfort and warmth.
  • Comfortable taffeta lining and durable lightweight shell for coziness and long-lasting material.

Expert Reviews

  • The bag is 20 ounces and the material weight is 13.7 ounces, making this an extremely efficient sleeping bag.
  • More inches in the shoulders make room for layering when the temperatures are below freezing.
  • Big draft collar has own dedicated cinch cord for keeping out the cold air.
  • 12-denier ExtremeLite shell fabric is weather-resistant.
  • Versalite is offered in three different lengths for all body types.
  • Ability to shift inside the bag down from top to bottom gives a wide comfort range.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • Stuff sack doesn’t compress sleeping bag well.
  • Might be too warm for summer months.
  • Very expensive.

Expert Reviews

  • No extra down in the hood and collar for warmth.
  • Shell fabric feels less durable than MicroLite XP.
  • Hood is shallower compared to similar models.
  • ExtremeLite ultra-lightweight nylon shell isn’t as weatherproof, so we don’t recommend using this outside of a tent if there is a chance of precipitation or heavy due.

Summary:

The Western Mountaineering Versalite Sleeping Bag: 10 Degree Down is a fantastic lightweight sleeping bag that is made to withstand sub-freezing temperatures and compresses easily. The construction of the bag allows you to shift the down and change the warmth factor, making this an extremely versatile and high performing bag.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web, including here: 1, 2, 3.